Key facts: ABF cuts outlook; RBC warns EPS >5% risk; Primark sales up

Associated British Foods (ABF) cuts sugar outlook for FY2026–27; RBC warns this could trim consensus EPS by over 5%, highlighting downside risk for ABF traders.Associated British F

Associated British Foods (ABF) cuts sugar outlook for FY2026–27; RBC warns this could trim consensus EPS by over 5%, highlighting downside risk for ABF traders.
Associated British Foods (ABF) expects annual profit below last year, citing Middle East conflict pressure on European margins; shares fell ~2.7% after the updated profit guidance.
ABF says Primark drove resilient sales growth and market-share gains, led by UK and womenswear strength, supported by new stores and digital investments.
Associated British Foods (ABF) says U.S. cooking oils volumes are down mid-single digits this year, hurting its Mazola brand; company expects weak conditions into the next financial year.